Nigeria, April 27 -- Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed the country's commitment to ending malaria as the world marked World Malaria Day 2026.

In her statement, Mrs Tinubu said the 2026 theme highlights the need for sustained collaboration, increased domestic financing, and innovative solutions to address drug resistance and unequal access to healthcare.

She called for strengthened prevention efforts and expanded access to life-saving interventions, stressing that vulnerable communities must not be left behind.

"When we stand united, we can achieve a malaria-free world," she said.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) 2022 malaria report, Nigeria accounts for 27 per cent of the global malaria burden.

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